Senior Communications Lead
| Posting date: | 08 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £55,000.00 to £62,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 06 August 2025 |
| Location: | No Fixed Place of Work, SG17 5TQ |
| Company: | Sodexo Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SDX/TP/2322703/145134 |
Summary
Communications Lead
Location: No Fixed Location
Contract Type:12-month FTC
Salary: Competitive+ Sodexo Benefits
About the Role
Sodexo is seeking a dynamic and experienced Communications Lead to drive impactful internal and external communications across our Diageo UK & Ireland account. This is a pivotal role supporting our operational transformation and employee engagement strategy, while enhancing brand alignment and storytelling.
You will shape anddeliver a comprehensive communication plan aligned to Sodexo and Diageo’sstrategic goals, leading initiatives that reinforce values, support behaviouralchange, and improve employee experience across a diverse service environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement the annual internal communications strategy.
- Lead change communication to support transformation programmes across the account.
- Deliver consistent and engaging content to enhance employee engagement and retention.
- Promote and share success stories internally and externally, including award submissions and recognition campaigns.
- Coordinate communication materials for key projects, sustainability initiatives, and reporting packs.
- Drive communication best practice across teams, developing toolkits and mentoring account leads.
- Manage client-facing storytelling using data and KPIs to showcase impact.
- Organise senior leadership events, team meetings, and townhalls.
- Support use and promotion of Sodexo’s recognition and wellbeing platforms.
- Maintain and improve communication platforms, including SharePoint.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with proven copywriting experience.
- Demonstrable experience in internal communications or employee engagement roles.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and build trusted relationships across all levels.
- Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
- Experience translating complex data into compelling stories.
- Understanding of corporate communication tools and channels.
- Design skills and experience with digital communications are a plus.
Key Attributes
- Attention to detail
- Proactive and collaborative team player
- Strategic thinker with creative flair
- Excellent stakeholder management